Reporter

Village Media • Peoria, IL

1d • Remote

About The Position

At Village Media Ltd., we don’t just report the news, we maintain the digital town square. We believe that rigorous, independent, and nonpartisan journalism is the bedrock of a healthy democracy and a critical community service. We seek five versatile, high-energy Reporters to serve in each of these Illinois communities: Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, Peoria, and Springfield. You won’t just be filing stories; you’ll be capturing the authentic local narrative through compelling writing, timely reporting and engaging digital content. We’re looking for a Reporter who knows their community better than anyone else. This is a local role where you’re immersed in the local scene—cultivating sources and listening to what actually affects your neighbors’ lives. You’ll work with your Editor to ensure our site is the most trusted voice for the stories that connect, inform and strengthen the community you call home.

Requirements

• Relentless curiosity.
• A commitment to fairness, accuracy and journalistic integrity.
• Strong news-gathering and writing skills, with the ability to complement your stories with photography.
• The ability to thrive in a hyper-local news environment, working comfortably on tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• The ability to constructively listen so that community feedback turns into solutions-oriented reporting that addresses the real-world concerns of the people living there.
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• Residing within your designated community or willing to relocate to the designated community.

Responsibilities

• Report a dynamic mix of breaking news, deep-dive features, and high-impact stories that accurately reflect the civics, cultural and economic life of the community.
• Uphold the highest standards of factual accuracy, thorough verification, and nonpartisan reporting in every story you pursue.
• Pitch and pursue stories that matter most to our readers, using digital metrics and community feedback to guide your beats.
• Collaborate with our Community Coordinator to identify and cover CARES initiatives and Community Conversations that drive local impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed